There are fears for the future of a much-loved and historic regional activity centre, used by members of Girlguiding Isle of Wight.

In 1924, Foxlease in Lyndhurst, in the New Forest, hosted Guiding's first world camp but it is now one of five centres expected to be put up for sale.

Nationally, the planned closures have put around 100 roles at risk.

Described as having Georgian charm, Foxlease has delivered high-energy activities over 65 acres, since it was gifted to the organisation in June 1922.

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Last year, it celebrated its centenary.

Foxlease's facilities, which include catered and self-catered lodges and 14 campsites, can only be booked until December 31.

Bookings made for 2024 have been cancelled and refunded.

The national Girlguiding association said its five activity centres require significant capital investment and have been running at an overall loss. It argues fewer than 10 per cent of its membership have used them annually, over the past decade.

Island members have paid towards the upkeep of an Isle of Wight room at Foxlease, like others from across the south who have their own local facilities.

Islanders are also among the members of the supportive Friends of Foxlease group.

In a statement in August, Girlguiding UK said: "We are bound by charity law. We will get a report from an independent chartered surveyor to confirm that the terms of sale are the best that can be reasonably gained for the charity.  

"Girlguiding’s trustees will make the final decision on the terms of sale for each activity centre and will look to provide the best outcome for the charity.

"We continue to be open to options and have been approached by several interested parties, including members. 

"Funds from the sale of the activity centres will be put into a designated investment fund to support Girlguiding activities, adventure for girls and for a range of purposes to invest in the future of Girlguiding."  

It added: "We understand how much the centres mean to everyone. We want to thank members for taking the time to make their voices heard."